Private Client Solicitor / Fee Earner

Wigan – £40,000 - £60,000

Private Client Solicitor / Fee Earner
Northwich or Whitefield
Salary: DOE
Hybrid Working Available

A well-established and growing law firm is seeking to recruit an experienced Private Client Solicitor / Fee Earner to join its busy Private Client team. Opportunities are available in both the Northwich and Whitefield offices.

This role would suit a Private Client professional with a minimum of 2 years' experience managing their own caseload and providing high-quality advice to clients.

The Role

You will manage a varied Private Client caseload, including:

• Wills
• Probate and Estate Administration
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Trusts
• Court of Protection matters
• Estate and Inheritance Tax Planning

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' Private Client experience
• Ability to manage a caseload independently
• Strong client care and communication skills
• Solicitors, Legal Executives and experienced Fee Earners are all encouraged to apply
• STEP qualification advantageous but not essential

Benefits

• Competitive salary DOE
• Established and supportive team
• Genuine progression opportunities
• High-quality work and existing client base
• Hybrid working available (up to 2 days from home per week following successful completion of a 3-month probation period)

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected firm with a strong reputation in Private Client work and a commitment to supporting the development of its people.

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Daniel Travis

Recruitment Consultant
07451274902

daniel.travis@douglas-scott.co.uk

Daniel is a Legal Recruitment Consultant specialising in personal injury, litigation, and related practice areas across the North West. He brings over 7 years’ combined experience in law and policing, giving him a strong foundation in people assessment, investigative interviewing, and high-stakes decision-making. Daniel enjoys recruitment because it allows him to combine his legal background with his passion for helping people progress. His goal is to become a recognised specialist and trusted advisor in the North West legal market, known for delivering high-quality placements and building long-term relationships.


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Job Spec:

  • Area of Law: Contentious Wills and Probate
  • Type: Private Practice
  • Salary: £40,000 - £60,000
  • Term: Permanent
  • Location: Wigan
  • Reference: 1348802

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